John Tavares extends his contract in Toronto and the salary is excellent for the Leafs

We wondered what was going to happen with John Tavares.

In fact, we knew he wanted to sign a new contract in Toronto, but that there were some complications in the negotiations.

But now it’s done. The veteran has agreed with the Leafs on the terms of a four-year contract extension.

And what’s interesting is that his contract salary will help the Leafs.

Tavares will earn $4.38 million per season… and clearly, he agreed to take a pay cut to stay where he wanted to play.

A good contract for the Leafs, then: